Borderline Personality (BPD) Treatment Centers in Pearl River, NY

Turning Point Behavioral Health Ctr,, PLLC
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Pearl River, NY 10965
Turning Point Behavioral Health Center is an outpatient center which offers individual, family and group therapy for problems faced in everyday life. Our staff is dedicated and highly trained to provide quality therapeutic services. Our clients are our priority; we work hard to ensure that everyone receives the highest level of care and respect. We realize that people are unique and therefore tailor treatment techniques to the specific needs of each client. Taking the first steps toward seeking help can be frightening and overwhelming. At Turning Point, we provide a safe, non judgmental and warm atmosphere. Our therapeutic environment is aimed at personal growth, strengths and goal attainment. We strive to help our clients gain the ability to attain positive life changes.
Turning Point Behavioral Health Center is an outpatient center which offers individual, family and group therapy for problems faced in everyday life. Our staff is dedicated and highly trained to provide quality therapeutic services. Our clients are our priority; we work hard to ensure that everyone receives the highest level of care and respect. We realize that people are unique and therefore tailor treatment techniques to the specific needs of each client. Taking the first steps toward seeking help can be frightening and overwhelming. At Turning Point, we provide a safe, non judgmental and warm atmosphere. Our therapeutic environment is aimed at personal growth, strengths and goal attainment. We strive to help our clients gain the ability to attain positive life changes.
(845) 738-4072 View (845) 738-4072

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Transcend Recovery Community NYC
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Nyack, NY 10960
Transcend Recovery Community has been helping clients build new lives since opening our first sober living home in Los Angeles in 2008. In addition to our men's sober living home in New York, we are now proud to offer a network of 6 sober living homes throughout the Los Angeles area, and men's and women's home in Houston, Texas. Built on a foundation of love, support, and acceptance, we are a sober living community intent to help others help themselves. Our Manhattan brownstone sober living home for men allows individuals to work towards their best life in a city of opportunity. Our impressive, multiple story brownstone, is only a few short blocks from Central Park and Riverside Park. Situated within a renowned cultural hub of New York, clients have easy access to numerous museums, restaurants, art galleries, and sports and music venues. At Transcend you are not alone. Begin your path to fulfillment and self-discovery in a community of brotherhood and camaraderie. Give one of our intake specialists a call to learn more about becoming a part of our recovery community.
Transcend Recovery Community has been helping clients build new lives since opening our first sober living home in Los Angeles in 2008. In addition to our men's sober living home in New York, we are now proud to offer a network of 6 sober living homes throughout the Los Angeles area, and men's and women's home in Houston, Texas. Built on a foundation of love, support, and acceptance, we are a sober living community intent to help others help themselves. Our Manhattan brownstone sober living home for men allows individuals to work towards their best life in a city of opportunity. Our impressive, multiple story brownstone, is only a few short blocks from Central Park and Riverside Park. Situated within a renowned cultural hub of New York, clients have easy access to numerous museums, restaurants, art galleries, and sports and music venues. At Transcend you are not alone. Begin your path to fulfillment and self-discovery in a community of brotherhood and camaraderie. Give one of our intake specialists a call to learn more about becoming a part of our recovery community.
(818) 446-2102 View (818) 446-2102
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North Jersey Recovery Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Suffern, NY 10901
The staff here at North Jersey Recovery Center understands that addiction is a disease which manifests in mental, physical, and spiritual anguish. Regardless of the places that addiction has taken you, our addiction specialists can help you heal. Our specialized North Jersey addiction treatment programs set an industry-standard using innovative drug and alcohol programming. Our vision is to provide each and every client with the tools needed for a lifetime of lasting, meaningful sobriety.
The staff here at North Jersey Recovery Center understands that addiction is a disease which manifests in mental, physical, and spiritual anguish. Regardless of the places that addiction has taken you, our addiction specialists can help you heal. Our specialized North Jersey addiction treatment programs set an industry-standard using innovative drug and alcohol programming. Our vision is to provide each and every client with the tools needed for a lifetime of lasting, meaningful sobriety.
(551) 243-7138 View (551) 243-7138

Online Treatment Centers

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Long Island DBT Group, LCSW PC
Treatment Center, LCSWR
Verified Verified
Manhasset, NY 11030
We have been providing DBT for over 20 years. DBT can help with borderline personality disorder, self-harm, ADHD, PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Binge Eating, Bulimia, Suicidal behaviors and other Emotion Regulation Issues.
We have been providing DBT for over 20 years. DBT can help with borderline personality disorder, self-harm, ADHD, PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Binge Eating, Bulimia, Suicidal behaviors and other Emotion Regulation Issues.
(516) 928-4748 View (516) 928-4748
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Well Equipped DBT
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11211  (Online Only)
Well Equipped may help, if you identify with any of these experiences or diagnoses: Emotion Dysregulation, Interpersonal Hypersensitivity, Behavioral Impulsivity, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Substance Use Disorder and Trauma. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based psychotherapy that was originally developed to treat complex, multi-problematic suicidal patients that has since been expanded upon and proven to be incredibly effective with a wide spectrum of mental health symptoms. At its core, DBT emphasizes a synthesis of both acceptance and change. Skills-training in DBT is an approach to give you the needed skills to get what you want out of life and better modulate your distressing emotions. In fact, you may end up feeling proud of yourself, strengthening the relationships in your life that are meaningful to you and being excited about what might happen next.
Well Equipped may help, if you identify with any of these experiences or diagnoses: Emotion Dysregulation, Interpersonal Hypersensitivity, Behavioral Impulsivity, Borderline Personality Disorder, Depression, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Substance Use Disorder and Trauma. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based psychotherapy that was originally developed to treat complex, multi-problematic suicidal patients that has since been expanded upon and proven to be incredibly effective with a wide spectrum of mental health symptoms. At its core, DBT emphasizes a synthesis of both acceptance and change. Skills-training in DBT is an approach to give you the needed skills to get what you want out of life and better modulate your distressing emotions. In fact, you may end up feeling proud of yourself, strengthening the relationships in your life that are meaningful to you and being excited about what might happen next.
(347) 797-3751 x2 View (347) 797-3751 x2
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Counseling and Psychotherapy of Throggs Neck
Treatment Center, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10465
Most psychotherapy, whether short-term problem focused or long-term psychoanalytically-oriented treatment, relies upon a dialogue between the therapist and the patient. The purpose of this dialogue is to help explore the underlying causes of problems and symptoms. Our well trained therapists we can help you tap into that specialness that's already inside of you.
Most psychotherapy, whether short-term problem focused or long-term psychoanalytically-oriented treatment, relies upon a dialogue between the therapist and the patient. The purpose of this dialogue is to help explore the underlying causes of problems and symptoms. Our well trained therapists we can help you tap into that specialness that's already inside of you.
(347) 474-7126 View (347) 474-7126
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The Center for Motivation and Change - LI
Treatment Center, PsyD
Not Verified Not Verified
Roslyn, NY 11576
The Center For Motivation and Change (“CMC”) Long Island is a unique outpatient private group practice in Long Island staffed by a team of experienced psychologists who are driven by an optimism about people’s capacity to change as well as a commitment to the science of change. Our clinicians are all deeply trained in research-supported therapies that target substance use patterns as well the mental health issues that often accompany these problems such a Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)/complex trauma and anxiety/mood disorders.
The Center For Motivation and Change (“CMC”) Long Island is a unique outpatient private group practice in Long Island staffed by a team of experienced psychologists who are driven by an optimism about people’s capacity to change as well as a commitment to the science of change. Our clinicians are all deeply trained in research-supported therapies that target substance use patterns as well the mental health issues that often accompany these problems such a Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)/complex trauma and anxiety/mood disorders.
(646) 849-7208 x151 View (646) 849-7208 x151
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Amen Clinics, New York
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
At Amen Clinics, we offer the highest level of psychiatric care with targeted treatment plans customized to our patient’s specific situation, using the least toxic, most effective methods. We are unique from the way traditional psychiatry is practiced because we look at the organ we treat through the use of SPECT (single-photon emission computed tomography) imaging. All of the practitioners at the nationwide Amen Clinics locations are board certified and have been personally handpicked and trained by Dr. Amen in his method.
(917) 746-8655 View (917) 746-8655
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Aurora Center NYC Eating Disorder Treatment
Treatment Center, LCSW, BCD, CEDS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
Our Mission is to provide a space for empowered healing from eating disorders, and other food, body image, weight and related concerns. We believe that full recovery from eating disorders is possible.
Our Mission is to provide a space for empowered healing from eating disorders, and other food, body image, weight and related concerns. We believe that full recovery from eating disorders is possible.
(646) 681-2791 View (646) 681-2791
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Mid Island Psychology Associates, PLLC
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Jericho, NY 11753
At Mid Island Psychology Associates, we understand that in life there are going to be difficult times and rough patches, and you may need a hand getting back to where you want to be. We take pleasure in tailoring our program to each individual client to help them better achieve their goals. Call us for a consultation and we can create a treatment plan that works best for you!
At Mid Island Psychology Associates, we understand that in life there are going to be difficult times and rough patches, and you may need a hand getting back to where you want to be. We take pleasure in tailoring our program to each individual client to help them better achieve their goals. Call us for a consultation and we can create a treatment plan that works best for you!
(516) 260-5186 View (516) 260-5186
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Freedom Institute
Treatment Center, OASAS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
One of America's longest-running independent outpatient treatment centers, we are a New York State OASAS licensed, medically supervised recovery program located in Midtown Manhattan. We offer confidential, personalized, comprehensive and innovative care to the families and individuals affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health issues. Our clinical services focus on adults, including working professionals. The science-based clinical foundation for our Intensive Outpatient Services is rooted in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Relational Family Therapy. Our model is dedicated to long-term recovery and wellness for the whole family. Our licensed, multidisciplinary clinical team are trained in a wide variety of modalities, including DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based techniques, and Psychodrama. We are passionate about our work, and will go the extra mile to help anyone who is battling the disease of substance use disorder.
One of America's longest-running independent outpatient treatment centers, we are a New York State OASAS licensed, medically supervised recovery program located in Midtown Manhattan. We offer confidential, personalized, comprehensive and innovative care to the families and individuals affected by substance use and co-occurring mental health issues. Our clinical services focus on adults, including working professionals. The science-based clinical foundation for our Intensive Outpatient Services is rooted in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Relational Family Therapy. Our model is dedicated to long-term recovery and wellness for the whole family. Our licensed, multidisciplinary clinical team are trained in a wide variety of modalities, including DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-based techniques, and Psychodrama. We are passionate about our work, and will go the extra mile to help anyone who is battling the disease of substance use disorder.
(212) 838-0044 View (212) 838-0044
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Wove Therapy
Treatment Center, LMHC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10001
Wove therapists excel in mental health issues around race, class, third cultures, immigration, patriarchy, intergenerational trauma, social justice, and intersectionality. Therapy at Wove is a relational process that utilizes narratives, lived experiences, and history to help people grow into freer and more powerful versions of themselves.
Wove therapists excel in mental health issues around race, class, third cultures, immigration, patriarchy, intergenerational trauma, social justice, and intersectionality. Therapy at Wove is a relational process that utilizes narratives, lived experiences, and history to help people grow into freer and more powerful versions of themselves.
(929) 362-5954 View (929) 362-5954
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Forge Health - White Plains, NY
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
White Plains, NY 10605
Forge Health is your vital source for mental health and substance use care. We help people from all walks of life reclaim their lives by providing comprehensive outpatient care that’s convenient to access, affordable to use, and customized to the unique needs of each individual. We're a mission-driven company dedicated to delivering the highest quality affordable, accessible, and effective “one-stop-shop” mental health and substance use care to individuals, families, and communities in need. Forge Health is also proud to provide specialized care programs designed to address the unique culture, preferences, and values of veterans and first responders, cancer patients, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Forge Health is your vital source for mental health and substance use care. We help people from all walks of life reclaim their lives by providing comprehensive outpatient care that’s convenient to access, affordable to use, and customized to the unique needs of each individual. We're a mission-driven company dedicated to delivering the highest quality affordable, accessible, and effective “one-stop-shop” mental health and substance use care to individuals, families, and communities in need. Forge Health is also proud to provide specialized care programs designed to address the unique culture, preferences, and values of veterans and first responders, cancer patients, and the LGBTQ+ community.
(914) 228-7817 View (914) 228-7817
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Alssaro Counseling Services
Treatment Center, 3552440
Verified Verified
New Rochelle, NY 10801  (Online Only)
Anxiety may be worsened by depression. Learn more. We Can Help.Same-day appointments. Evidence-Based, Action-Oriented, & Empathetic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. You can develop the tools to overcome challenges.
Anxiety may be worsened by depression. Learn more. We Can Help.Same-day appointments. Evidence-Based, Action-Oriented, & Empathetic Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. You can develop the tools to overcome challenges.
(914) 278-7746 View (914) 278-7746
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The Village Institute for Psychotherapy
Treatment Center, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
At The Village Institute, we believe that successful psychotherapy is achieved through an active contribution of both the patient and the therapist. Finding a good psychotherapist can be emotionally exhausting and time consuming. We take it very seriously that you are entrusting us with key/critical aspects of your life. That is why it is our goal to provide a team of psychologists & psychotherapists from diverse backgrounds who constantly grow and challenge one another to be the best at what they do. At The Village Institute, our team is constantly studying the most effective ideas and research to improve their skills as clinicians. Together we will work together to understand your challenges and how to create positive changes in behavior, thoughts and feelings. Everyday life can be challenging. You don’t need a diagnosis or a trauma to seek therapy. We offer: Teletherapy, Individual, Couples and Group Therapy services. To learn more about our team, to request a therapist, or for general information please go to: www.villageinstitute.com
At The Village Institute, we believe that successful psychotherapy is achieved through an active contribution of both the patient and the therapist. Finding a good psychotherapist can be emotionally exhausting and time consuming. We take it very seriously that you are entrusting us with key/critical aspects of your life. That is why it is our goal to provide a team of psychologists & psychotherapists from diverse backgrounds who constantly grow and challenge one another to be the best at what they do. At The Village Institute, our team is constantly studying the most effective ideas and research to improve their skills as clinicians. Together we will work together to understand your challenges and how to create positive changes in behavior, thoughts and feelings. Everyday life can be challenging. You don’t need a diagnosis or a trauma to seek therapy. We offer: Teletherapy, Individual, Couples and Group Therapy services. To learn more about our team, to request a therapist, or for general information please go to: www.villageinstitute.com
(646) 791-3129 View (646) 791-3129
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Acera Health - Mental Health Treatment For Adults
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Scarsdale, NY 10583
At Acera Health, we believe that everyone has the potential to create a life that they love. However, sometimes life can get in the way, and it can be challenging to know where to turn. That's where we come in. We offer a range of services to help restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life.
At Acera Health, we believe that everyone has the potential to create a life that they love. However, sometimes life can get in the way, and it can be challenging to know where to turn. That's where we come in. We offer a range of services to help restore your mind and transform your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, or addiction, we'll be there to support you every step of the way. We know that change can be difficult, but we also know that it's possible. With our help, you can create the life you've always wanted. Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you create lasting change in your life.
(949) 779-3482 View (949) 779-3482
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Manhattan Center for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10165
The Manhattan Center for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy provides psychological services for adults, teens, and children affected by anxiety, depression, and other conditions. Our offices are located in midtown Manhattan. Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on ways in which your thoughts and actions can contribute to problems – and on how you can address these problems by thinking or acting a little differently.
The Manhattan Center for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy provides psychological services for adults, teens, and children affected by anxiety, depression, and other conditions. Our offices are located in midtown Manhattan. Cognitive-behavioral therapy, or CBT, focuses on ways in which your thoughts and actions can contribute to problems – and on how you can address these problems by thinking or acting a little differently.
(929) 298-2064 View (929) 298-2064
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First Light Psychological Services, PLLC
Treatment Center, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Farmingdale, NY 11735
The practice offers therapists with years of clinical experience and our motto is, "Willing to help those who want to help themselves." It is important to us that you feel a non-judgmental, safe, and trusting therapeutic environment so that treatment is effective. We work for our clients well-being, not for us. Our dedicated staff has gone into the field of counseling because they believe in it, but more importantly, they believe in YOU even at times when you may struggle to believe in yourself. We can help you gain insight toward the root causes and thought patterns that are causing active symptoms, emotional discomfort, and behaviors. It is only when the root of the problem is discovered can a solution to fix it be worked on. The therapist will never judge you based on your history, presenting problem, ethnic background, culture, or sexual orientation. We use evidence based practices to treat various clinical syndromes and help guide clients to recognize the potential effective solutions to problems they are facing, guide them to promote growth and positive change in their life, and to live an emotionally and physically healthy, productive, and happy lifestyle.
The practice offers therapists with years of clinical experience and our motto is, "Willing to help those who want to help themselves." It is important to us that you feel a non-judgmental, safe, and trusting therapeutic environment so that treatment is effective. We work for our clients well-being, not for us. Our dedicated staff has gone into the field of counseling because they believe in it, but more importantly, they believe in YOU even at times when you may struggle to believe in yourself. We can help you gain insight toward the root causes and thought patterns that are causing active symptoms, emotional discomfort, and behaviors. It is only when the root of the problem is discovered can a solution to fix it be worked on. The therapist will never judge you based on your history, presenting problem, ethnic background, culture, or sexual orientation. We use evidence based practices to treat various clinical syndromes and help guide clients to recognize the potential effective solutions to problems they are facing, guide them to promote growth and positive change in their life, and to live an emotionally and physically healthy, productive, and happy lifestyle.
(917) 905-2505 x11 View (917) 905-2505 x11
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Queer Sex Therapy
Treatment Center, CST, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11249
We're here because we've been there, so we can't help but to be wholeheartedly invested in your journey. We want to provide you the warmth, validation, and affirmation that can feel so rare in adulthood. Working with us will challenge you, but it will also feel like coming home.
We're here because we've been there, so we can't help but to be wholeheartedly invested in your journey. We want to provide you the warmth, validation, and affirmation that can feel so rare in adulthood. Working with us will challenge you, but it will also feel like coming home.
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Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs, Bronx Office
Treatment Center, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10467
Whether you're struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, we can help by providing you with the insight and tools you need to move beyond current obstacles. Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs is an affiliate company of LearnWell. We are a community based mental health practice where a diverse group of New York State licensed mental health professionals draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist clients in achieving their treatment goals. Accessibility, service and professionalism are the key elements of our success. Immediate Availability: 1199, Healthfirst, and Fidelis.
Whether you're struggling with a particular issue or just can't shake the feeling that there should be more to life, we can help by providing you with the insight and tools you need to move beyond current obstacles. Comprehensive Counseling LCSWs is an affiliate company of LearnWell. We are a community based mental health practice where a diverse group of New York State licensed mental health professionals draw from a variety of therapeutic techniques to assist clients in achieving their treatment goals. Accessibility, service and professionalism are the key elements of our success. Immediate Availability: 1199, Healthfirst, and Fidelis.
(718) 514-6722 View (718) 514-6722

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Borderline Personality (BPD) Treatment Centers

What is the most successful approach to treating borderline personality disorder?

Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered the gold standard of treatment for borderline personality disorder. An evidence-based treatment, it addresses the extreme emotional reactivity, the relationship difficulties, and the acts of self-harm that create so much distress for BPD patients. DBT is a comprehensive program that includes both regular individual psychotherapy sessions and weekly group sessions of skills training.

What happens in treatment of borderline personality disorder?

Treatment typically consists of weekly individual therapy sessions that last an hour and group skill-focused instructional sessions that may last up to two hours. Patients are typically given homework “assignments” in which they are asked to practice in their daily life the skills they acquire in therapy. Patients also keep a diary tracking their emotions and impulses as a way to know which situations are most problematic and to help them gain control over their own behavior. Difficult situations and feelings are typically reviewed in therapy sessions and more constructive solutions found.

What kinds of problems does BPD treatment help with?

DBT was initially developed to dampen the self-destructive impulses of chronically suicidal patients. It is now the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder, a serious condition marked by extreme emotional reactivity, relationship instability, and self-injurious behaviors. Treatment of BPD helps patients tolerate the flux of emotions without acting on them, often with a specific focus on tolerating negative emotions. DBT addresses the core problems of BPD—fear of abandonment, low self-esteem, and impulsivity.

What is the goal of treatment in borderline personality disorder?

The goal of treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) is to relieve the extreme emotional distress that patients experience—to curb their emotional reactivity, to minimize their inclination to self-harm, and to reduce their impulsivity. Toward these ends, patients are not only taught an array of new coping skills and techniques for emotional regulation, they are given opportunities to practice them. Another major goal of treatment is interpersonal effectiveness; patients learn and problem-solve ways to effectively communicate in relationships, especially how to ask for what they need as a way to minimize hurt feelings.